
Paris Air Show, Bell Textron Inc. announced the signing of a purchase agreement for 12 SUBARU Bell 412EPX helicopters with the Tunisian Air Force, marking the type’s first sale in the region. These helicopters will be deployed for multi-role military and security operations, further expanding Tunisia’s existing fleet of 39 Bell aircraft, including the Bell UH-1, 205, and OH-58 models.
The Bell 412 is known for its global adaptability and mission flexibility, with more than half of the global fleet engaged in military and parapublic services. Recent Bell 412 customers include the Japan Coast Guard, San Diego Fire and Rescue, and the ministries of interior in Croatia and Sarajevo Canton.
The SUBARU Bell 412EPX can carry up to 13,000 lbs externally, has a 5,000 lb cargo hook capacity, and offers a substantial useful load of 5,385 lbs, enabling effective mission performance in diverse operational environments.